For reports and full tasting notes, go toTim Atkin MW's website.

The 2018 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru contains 30% whole clusters. It has a perfumed bouquet of blackberry, hints of cassis, crushed violet and touches of potpourri, very well defined and focused and delivering the intensity one expects from this growing season. The palate is medium-bodied with very fine tannins and just the right amount of acidity. Wonderful harmony and composure here, gently unfolding toward a satin-textured finish that lingers long in the mouth. Bon vin !

Deep crimson. The fruit is very ripe here too, fresh and dried cherries, but not as stewed as the Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Prieur. Dried cherries on the palate and firm, chewy tannins and slightly bitter. It’s rich and powerful but not Pinot’s finest hour. (JH)